Bob brings Carol the cookies. He tells Carol that baking the cookies was easy because he had lots of help.

　　Carol: Bob, how did the baking go?

　　Bob: Slow at first, but we're getting the hang of it.

　　Carol: Once you learn the ropes, it becomes second nature.

　　Bob: To tell you the truth, I thought that baking 2,000 cookies would be a pain in the neck. But we managed to round up some helpers, and it was a piece of cake.

　　Carol: Well, thanks for coming in person with the cookies.

　　Bob: No problem. When will you need more?

　　Carol: It depends on how many we sell today.

　　Bob: How many do you think you'll sell?

　　Carol: Maybe 500, maybe 2,000. Your guess is as good as mine. In any case, I'll keep you posted.

　　Bob: Okay. Just give me a ring as soon as you know.